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Job Title: Research Database Administrator Senior
Requisition Number: RE54760
Working Title: Applications Analyst Lead
Department Name: 40151:Information Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 48
Salary Range: $62,941-103,834/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Required Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
sitting for long periods of time; repetitive motion related to computer work
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is seeking a Research Database Administrator Senior to join our Research Information Services (RIS) team within Information Technology Services. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the database infrastructure that powers research operations across the university. This position is part of UK’s evolving IT strategy and will report through the Technology Services department in Beyond Blue effective July 1, 2026.
You’ll oversee the administration, development, and optimization of SQL Server environments that support enterprise research systems ensuring reliability, security, and high performance for the faculty, staff, and research teams who depend on them.
What You’ll Do
- Manage installation, upgrades, configuration, and optimization of SQL Server databases and related application tools
- Allocate system storage, monitor performance, and ensure efficient use of CPU, memory, I/O, and other database resources
- Create and maintain database users, roles, and security controls to protect sensitive research and financial data
- Design, test, and maintain database backup and recovery processes
- Develop and maintain SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages for data transformation and integration
- Support the Research Enterprise data warehouse and reporting database infrastructure
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, integrity, blocking/deadlocks, connectivity, logging, and security
- Collaborate with application developers to design, modify, and optimize database structures
- Stay current with emerging database technologies and maintain a high standard of professional conduct
What You’ll Bring
- Deep experience with MS-SQL, tSQL, SSIS, and SQL Server administration
- Strong troubleshooting skills across performance tuning, integrity checks, indexing, and resource optimization
- Familiarity with tools such as Red-Gate, IDERA, SQL Sentry, and SQL Management Studio
- Ability to work independently and make complex decisions with minimal oversight
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Experience supporting enterprise‑level databases in a fast‑paced environment
What’s In It for You
- High-impact work: Support the database systems that enable research across the university
- Technical depth: Work with advanced SQL Server tools, data warehousing, and enterprise integrations
- Professional growth: Opportunities to expand your expertise in database engineering, performance tuning, and research IT
- Collaborative environment: Join a knowledgeable, supportive RIS team committed to service excellence
- Stability and balance: Full-time, primarily daytime schedule with hybrid eligibility
- Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, retirement, health coverage, and professional development resources
Why Now?
As UK continues to expand its research portfolio and modernize its data infrastructure, this role is essential to ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing database systems.
In this position, you will help:
- Maintain continuity of critical research services as the team transitions from a retiring senior DBA
- Support evolving data integration, warehousing, and reporting needs
- Strengthen the university’s ability to manage and protect sensitive research information
You’ll join at a pivotal moment. Your expertise will directly support the research mission of one of the nation’s leading public universities.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply: 06/23/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco \& Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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- Salesforce Administrator certification required, with Advanced Administrator or additional credentials preferred
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Senior Salesforce Administrator Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
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There are 252+ senior salesforce administrator openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
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